Mavericks move up to second with win over Forest
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The Mavericks had an 88% shooting success in the match compared to 79% for Forest, who lost a home league game for the first time.Mavericks goal shooter Emily Andrew moved to the top of the Netball Super League's top scorer charts after taking her tally to 186 goals. Forest's Rolene Streutker is third with 151.Wing attack Suzie Liversidge has 148 feeds for the Mavericks - more than anyone else in league - while centre Ellie Rattu also moved up to 100 for the season.
Fixtures and results
Round fiveFriday, 11 AprilNottingham Forest 56-67 London Mavericks Saturday, 12 AprilManchester Thunder v Leeds Rhinos (17:00 BST)Loughborough Lightning v Cardiff Dragons (18:00 BST) - live on BBC iPlayer, BBC Sport website and app, and on demandSunday, 13 AprilBirmingham Panthers v London Pulse (18:00 BST)
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